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Power Systems Modeling Engineering Intern (m/w/d)

Become a Power Systems Modeling Engineering Intern at Energy Vault in Tysons, Virginia. Design and support modeling for grid interactive inverters in utility-scale energy storage systems. Gain hands-on experience with cutting-edge technologies and collaborate with industry experts. Enjoy a dynamic work environment focused on sustainability and innovation.

Energy Vault

Company Overview

Energy Vault Holdings, Inc.

Melbourne, VIC, Australia

2017

Approximately 200 employees (source: linkedin.com). Revenue of $50 million in FY 2024 (source: energyvault.com).

What They Do

Energy Vault specializes in innovative energy storage solutions aimed at addressing the intermittency challenges of renewable energy. The company operates across three primary technology domains: gravity-based energy storage, battery systems, and hydrogen technology. Energy Vault is recognized for its technology-agnostic approach, which allows it to provide tailored solutions to customers rather than promoting a single storage technology (source: energyvault.com). The flagship G-VAULT family of products utilizes a unique gravity storage mechanism that maintains high efficiency and offers adjustable energy-to-power ratios, making it suitable for various applications (source: energyvault.com). Additionally, the company has developed a comprehensive software ecosystem that enhances operational control and optimizes energy dispatch across diverse storage and generation assets.

Projects & Track Record

Energy Vault has made significant strides in project execution, having deployed 1.4 GWh of energy storage solutions since 2023 (source: energyvault.com). Notable projects include a large-scale battery installation in Stanton, Orange County, which integrates 68.8 megawatts/275.2 megawatt-hours for W Power and Wellhead Electric, marking it as one of the largest in Southern California (source: energyvault.com). Furthermore, Energy Vault has secured a transformative 400 megawatt-hour project with ACEN Renewables at their New England solar farm in New South Wales, Australia, which is touted as the largest in the country (source: energyvault.com). This project exemplifies the company's capability to deploy its gravity storage technology at scale.

Recent Developments

In recent months, Energy Vault has announced significant developments, particularly in Australia. In May 2024, the company revealed its first project in Australia, a 400 megawatt-hour initiative with ACEN Renewables, followed by a commitment to a full gigawatt-hour project, indicating a rapid expansion in the region (source: energyvault.com). The partnership with the State Electricity Commission (SEC) to build and operate a 100 MW/200 MWh battery project further validates Energy Vault's innovative technology and positions it as a leader in the energy storage market (source: energyvault.com). These developments not only enhance the company's project portfolio but also reflect growing investor confidence in its capabilities.

Working There

Energy Vault fosters a dynamic work environment that emphasizes innovation and customer-centric solutions. The company operates across various functional areas, including engineering, R&D, software development, and project delivery teams, which are crucial for integrating and deploying customer solutions (source: energyvault.com). With offices in Switzerland and significant operations in Australia, Energy Vault is actively hiring to support its growth ambitions. The culture is characterized by a commitment to sustainability and technical excellence, attracting professionals who are passionate about addressing global energy challenges (source: energyvault.com). The company's recognition as a Technology Pioneer by the World Economic Forum underscores its appeal to purpose-driven individuals focused on making a positive impact.


Last updated on Feb 23, 2026 | Report an issue

Job Description

Your Impact as a Power Systems Modeling Engineering Intern

We are looking for an intern to design and support Power System Modeling of grid interactive inverters for utility scale energy storage systems. In this role, you will gain practical and technical experience on cutting-edge energy storage technologies while working closely with industry experts to simulate, analyze and troubleshoot complex systems from inverter modeling to large scale power plant level controls.

Your Mission

  • Design and perform verification tests of grid interactive inverters in the Power System Modeling simulation environment
  • Work with internal and external teams to determine system requirements and verify our solution will meet and exceed project requirements

Your Background

  • Current Master's or Ph.D. student, or equivalent, with research focus on grid interactive inverters with solid power systems/power electronics background.
  • Strong interest in renewable energy and energy storage industry.
  • Technical knowledge of grid-forming, grid-following inverters and power plant controller.
  • Deep technical experience on Electro Magnetic Transients (EMT) simulation PSCAD, and Matlab/Simulink, PSS/E, TSAT, DigSilent.
  • Hands-on experience with User Defined Modeling (UDM) and automation tools using C, Fortran, Python.
  • Experience with hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing.
  • Familiarity with relevant industry standards such as UL 1741, IEEE 1547, IEEE 2800.
  • Comfortable thriving in fast-paced, rapid growth environments.
  • A passion for sustainability, our mission, and our vision is a bonus!

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About the role

December 23, 2025

Internship

Company

March 14, 2026

On-site

Energy Storage , Hydrogen

Energy Vault

energyvault.com

  •  Tysons, Virginia, United States

Current Master's or Ph.D. student

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